How to Become a Safeguarding Coordinator

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Considering a career as a Safeguarding Coordinator?

The charity sector tackles some of the world's most critical problems, helping vulnerable people and communities across the world. As such, there's a lot of room for human error. People get fatigued; they get overwhelmed. That's why it's so important to have proper safeguarding policies in place to ensure the safety of beneficiaries and instil a lasting public trust that inspires continued support.

As Safeguarding Coordinator, you'll be responsible for establishing this safeguarding groundwork. Working across the businesses with all departments, you'll support operations and programmes to ensure they're adhering to all the proper standards. A safeguarding coordinator role also involves presenting analysis and trends and advising on complex and high-risk safeguarding cases. Ultimately, you’re there to make sure everything is done above board and with the beneficiary in mind.

Where can a career as a Safeguarding Coordinator take you?

Safeguarding Volunteer £0 1-2 years

Safeguarding Officer £24000 2-3 years

Safeguarding Coordinator £35,000 4-6 years

Are you the perfect candidate?

Skills and traits

Thrives in a dynamic and changing environment
Ability to analyse data and spot trends
Ability to foster positive working relationships in diverse organisations
Excellent written and verbal communication

Qualifications and experience

Demonstrable knowledge of charity policy, compliance and safeguarding best-practice
Experience working with vulnerable people
Experience developing and delivering training